Shortcake with Berries

Shortcake with berries is a classic American dessert featuring a sweet, biscuit-like cake base topped with fresh strawberries or mixed berries and whipped cream. It's a staple of summer celebrations, especially around the Fourth of July, and is known for its simple, fresh flavors.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the cake, sugar, and cream. It provides a good source of Vitamin C from the berries, along with some calcium and potassium, with a typical serving ranging from 400 to 600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	62 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	38 g
Sodium	320 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Iron	2 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Phosphorus	100 mg
Magnesium	20 mg
Folate	40 µg

Per 1 piece (approx. 240g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a symbol of American summer and is often associated with strawberry festivals and picnics. Nutritionally, the berries offer a fresh, antioxidant-rich contrast to the richer cake and cream components.